Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
Male menopause
ANDROPAUSE
Also known as the andropause, male menopause describes a range of conditions, from changes in mood to erectile problems
About
Male menopause refers to a variety of symptoms caused by low levels of testosterone — the male sex hormone vital to maintaining sexual and reproductive health. Around half of men over the age of 50 have low levels of testosterone in their bloodstream. We offer a wide range of treatments that can help.
Need to know
Symptoms of andropause can be divided into three areas: sexual, psychological and somatic (those affecting the body in general).
Sexual
- reduced sex drive
- poor erections
- impaired ejaculation
- shrunken testicles
Psychological
- irritability
- passivity
- low self-esteem or a depressed mood
- poor memory and concentration
- fatigue, tiredness and sleep problems
Somatic
- weakness and loss of strength
- reduced muscle mass
- increased abdominal fat and girth
- sweats and hot flushes
- aching joints and muscles
- dry skin
- reduced body hair
- beard growth
- insomnia
- nervousness
Men with symptoms of andropause can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. After receiving the results, your consultant will talk to you about your symptoms. They'll also explain how HCA Healthcare UK can help.
Your consultant urologist will discuss your treatment options with you to help you find out which is right for you.
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
David’s gym video shows him repeatedly pushing up to 100kg on a single leg press – not particularly unusual for this keen cyclist, former competitive squash player and all-round fitness enthusiast. What is unusual is that 52-year-old David had hip surgery just 12 weeks earlier.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.